'Equipoise' definitions:

Definition of 'equipoise'

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noun
Equality of distribution [syn: balance, equilibrium, equipoise, counterbalance]

Definition of 'Equipoise'

From: GCIDE
  • Equipoise \E"qui*poise\, n. [Equi- + poise.]
  • 1. Equality of weight or force; hence, equilibrium; a state in which the two ends or sides of a thing are balanced, and hence equal; state of being equally balanced; -- said of moral, political, or social interests or forces. [1913 Webster]
  • The means of preserving the equipoise and the tranquillity of the commonwealth. --Burke. [1913 Webster]
  • Our little lives are kept in equipoise By opposite attractions and desires. --Longfellow. [1913 Webster]
  • 2. Counterpoise. [1913 Webster]
  • The equipoise to the clergy being removed. --Buckle. Equipollence

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